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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1916

Page

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St Mark's Quintet Maintains Glean Record In Saturday Play

St Mark's Episcopal defeated the Evangelical Association in a Sunday league game at the Y. Bf. 0naturday nighe. St Mark's led scorers Tass and Gish with 18 and 6 points, while Sachs led the winners with 10 points in the second contest Peacock 6 Gulley 4 Scott 4 for the victors. Icke 8 Muse 6 for the losers.

St. Marks Episcopal Evangelical Associatio West End Methodista Presbyterian National Léague Ty Denhie-Ieader St Mark's Hrangelicals Tass Zoruser Hdwit Reichert Sachs Peacock Gulley Scott Icke Greiet Muse Evangelical Hasy Wie

Obituary notices outline multiple funerals and burials

The obituary notice reports funerals for Myre Lewisa Pourhaupt age 10720 Saturday morning and Lucile Hausler 64 of Galveston with services at the German Lutheran Church and Hermann Cemetery. It also mentions H Wheeler 42 who died after a brief illness and will be buried in a local private ceremony.

Funneral Janissa Pflughoupe Myre Lewisa Pourhhaupt Labor Street Intergiant Lutheran Gemeters Algust Welle Chureh Wil Charles Ling George Elin Ru Noverts Gus Dulin George Huntress BP Hoetgen Uabette Hausler MPF& Bntictte Mere, Aue Quins Galveston Ars. Hansler Louisa Seuvette Sar‘ane V'Eloex Tevry Wolff St. Dole Jartheran Chain Internet Will Peommade Hermann Fons

Trial of the big pharma suits looms in Austin

Testimony fills the room as the trial of lawsuits against major companies proceeds in Austin Texas. Attorneys prepare for a Monday hearing with penalties potentially reaching 250 000 while injunctions loom. Exhibits weigh heavily, including thousands of short and long records as the case moves toward verdict. The scene recalls past presidents and distant political echoes as witnesses recount expenses and legal grounds.

Austin Tex Fizie

San Antonio Hosts Delegates Conference Banquet Plans

City readies for delegates conference with a banquet at the Menger Hotel and a full day program. Officials and local leaders sign a protest against a senator’s claims, while preparations include a luncheon for San Antonio visitors and talks on exposition support.

Menger Anthony Alll Orduy Falts Vamiustice En Resohilina Neon San Antono Anthony Ifeteh Stelovk Iilitary Vivie Parable Sanyor City and Couney Twarty Oreress Texas Inie City San Marcos Edwin T Sacet Department of Lomnieres Mr. Sweet San Autrein Kedaes

Gas Well Fire Ends in Local Blaze After Night

A damaging, partially unreadable report describes a gas well fire near Berville involving a crew from Corpus Maris Tally Fare. The incident mentions a white paint, a darkened scene, and distant spectators as night fell, leaving many details unclear.

Berville

Bailey and Higey Rival for Texas Senate Seat

Washington January 226 Reported that Senator Higey may enter the Texas Senate race against Culberson while Bailey weighs a bid. Observers note Culberson’s health delays and Bailey’s mounting pressure as Texas factions press for a candidate to enter by February.

ION D.C Josep Welton Higey Ly Favle San Antonio Houston Purlis Texas Une Senate Shepyard Whey Culbeorane Ormer Seculor Guile Nuon Ila Seupee Washington Dellus Statesman Mitters Culler Bailey Colbereyn Euresien Mt. An Tate Igbewary Raties Witheres Walley Gonzates Nmur Vedyn Worthan Dt Wits Hureess Melandhtnney Col Louis Worthan Srort Worth Fort Worth Ameking Eer Scunic Tethys Cutherfon Worthin Trent Senter Alley Tex Ung

Peacekeeper Tales From Monica Quiet Front

A fragment from Monica describes a small force under a ministerial tower. The army, about two hundred expatriate soldiers in neutral uniforms, leads a tranquil life away from hostilities. Militia bands train occasionally, wearing red ribbons in their buttonholes during practice marches to west state of the frontier.

Monica Nomi Uy Prine

Government Town to House Nation’s Munitions Industry

A government built town in Britain will house the nation’s munitions plants and workers. The design includes temporary housing, a central square, a bank, post office, canteen, and a town manager with centralized powers to run municipal services for thousands of workers and their families.

Lontun Great Britain Antion'a Firsk National Moving Picture Theater Firat National Lluydl-George Hovses Srboul Institute Sierr Ehapa Bank Ue Post Mha Aisohe Wisin Anid Eros Hye Maewt Wumil Raton Nest Caialle Win Borkkeeper Der Minin

Oil Field Drill Boom Prompts Historic Pressure Readings

In a remote oil field a massive rotary drilling rig advances the project amid claims of record crude yield. Officials report an unprecedented formation pressure near 83.7 degrees and promise further casing deliveries to sustain the operation.

Tel Nye AL Bart Bor Hasbn Brahe Sarbey Cohen Dorriehe Savbow

New U S Aeroplane Exceeds German Craft, U S Navy Builds

The United States plans a superior aeroplane factory and new improved craft as the Navy undertakes a program to accelerate production. Friction with Allied delay and contract issues prompts a government drive to hasten engineering and construction at the Washington yard. Authorities compare the new machine’s speed and efficiency to existing models and await further results.

Washington Navy Department Amerfray Avilera Tr Wee United Wiites Tinajiy Wastepmeshein Navy Yard England Chad Terese

British Generals Unusually Young in Postwar Command

A London dispatch notes a notable trend in wartime leadership with many senior roles filled by younger officers. It cites figures such as General Wavington, 41, and Haig’s senior staff, contrasting with older German commanders and suggesting a shift in command culture across allied forces.

Veterans of War Highlight Ages and Percy Napoleon Recall

The account notes ages of famed generals during key campaigns, citing al Joffre at 63 and other commanders like Wellington Ney and Napoleon at mid to late forties. It argues the French army and Allied forces faced purges and questions of competence while recalling historical precedents in battles and leadership.

al Joffre Loch Sa Res Bervize Paule Gallenids Wellington Fuights Ney Net Alexander Nepolean Waterloo Nod Winnal Che Seapin

Germany Seeks Peace With Belgium In Manifesto

A fragmented report notes Germany's attempt at peace with Belgium, with references to Emperor Francis Joseph and widespread public rejoicing. The document mentions Montenegrin matters and lists officials, signaling a broad political context without clear outcomes.

Germany Belgium Vie Ie Lettinje Cole Francis Joseph Anaes Jad

Montenegro Resistance and Disarmament Amid Peace Talks

Vienna reports progress toward peace with Montenegro amid disarmament steps. Austro Hungarian forces advance while Montenegrin troops surrender without resistance. Leaders debate privileges and civilian roles as negotiations proceed.

Vinena Ta Lenin

Mayflower in fog delays arrival at Norfolk harbor

The Mayflower, carrying President Wilson and party, faced dense fog over the harbor delaying its passage. Commands reported the ship hove in and proceeded slowly, with a late forecast of possible arrival after sunset.

Norfolk Vaden Wilson Tori Hanston

Percy Tyrrell With Gunter Three Years

Percy Tyrrell at the Gunter hotel faces a three year term amid lavish gifts and public praise. The piece describes Tyrrell's policy aims, hotel popularity, and a shift toward visitor friendly services while facing staff and guest expectations.

Percy Tyrrell Gunter

Severe gale disrupts forthright game in Liverpool

Report details a violent gale sweeping through Liverpool during a tumultuous game. Ocean winds tore away stands, toppled barriers, and caused spectators to flee as players battled through the event. A professor, praised for calm, advised rest and a careful cure.

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